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E233 UNX

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

Purple Diesel 1715cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

229,265 mi
Last recorded229,265 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE233 UNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,715cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 229,265 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 224,250 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 222,425 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 221,413 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 219,746 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 218,189 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 215,137 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 215,137 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 215,137 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 215,137 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 210,940 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 207,580 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 204,173 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 200,159 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 192,875 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 192,875 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 185,385 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 175,256 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 166,475 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 164,281 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 158,227 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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E233 UNX is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in Purple with a 1,715cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E233 UNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E233 UNX?

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What year was E233 UNX registered?

E233 UNX is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 June 1988.

Is E233 UNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E233 UNX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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